Author: Africa Digest News

Mirova has committed $19 million to Cold Solutions Kiambu (SEZ) Limited through its Mirova Gigaton Fund, announced on January 21, 2026. This investment supports the expansion of sustainable, energy-efficient cold chain warehousing and logistics in Kenya, with a focus on integrating rooftop solar power to reduce operational emissions and enhance climate resilience.   Cold Solutions…

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British International Investment (BII) has become an anchor investor in the Allianz Credit Emerging Markets fund (ACE), a landmark blended finance vehicle designed to mobilise private capital for climate-aligned investments in emerging markets. Announced in January 2026, this commitment positions BII as a key participant in the junior tranche, contributing $40 million alongside other development…

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Metro Africa Xpress (MAX) has secured $24 million in combined equity and debt financing, announced on January 16, 2026. This capital infusion follows the company’s achievement of profitability in its Nigerian operations and accelerates its strategic transition to electric vehicle (EV) financing and clean mobility infrastructure across West and Central Africa.   MAX electric mobility…

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The Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) has committed $3.8 million to Sanivation, comprising $3.3 million in equity investment through its InfraCo project development solution and an additional $500,000 grant via its technical assistance facility. This funding, announced in mid-January 2026, supports the expansion of Sanivation’s innovative faecal sludge treatment facility in Naivasha, Kenya, advancing circular…

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DEG has committed €30 million to the Africa Go Green Fund (AGG), a debt fund managed by Cygnum Capital dedicated to financing projects in Sub-Saharan Africa that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy efficiency. This commitment, announced in early January 2026, enables the deployment of medium- to long-term structured debt, mezzanine financing, guarantees, and…

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